‘With malice toward none’

By: Amy Zents

NEW ULM – Last week, guests of the CAST Senior center were treated to a history lesson on one of American’s most infamous crimes. Historian David Jones gave a presentation on the murder of President Abraham Lincoln, titled “A Fragile ...

April 30, 2026

NUPU reports strong electrical reliability in 2025

By: Amy Zents

NEW ULM — The New Ulm Public Utilities Commission recognized another year for its electric system performance, Tuesday The council received the 2025 Electric System Reliability Standards and Performance report and later received the American ...

April 30, 2026

Potential rate increase for water and wastewater

By: Amy Zents

NEW ULM — The New Ulm Public Utilities Commission discussed proposed rate increases for water and wastewater service Tuesday to cover rising capital costs and strengthen reserve balances. The commission held a special work session at city ...

April 30, 2026

Area roundup: SEU boys take second

PREP GOLF SEU BOYS PLACE SECOND AT OAKDALE INVITE BUFFALO LAKE — Sleepy Eye United hosted a prep golf meet at Oakdale Golf Course on Wednesday. The SEU boys team placed second out of seven teams, while the girls team placed ...

April 30, 2026

GETTING TO KNOW Connor Bode

By: Ari Selvey

MVL H.S. Senior Bode helped Minnesota Valley Lutheran avoid a sweep against Sibley East on Tuesday, pitching a compete-game win in Game 2. Bode struck out three on the mound and added two hits with a double at the plate to secure the 6-5 ...

April 30, 2026

GETTING TO KNOW Emily Brown

MVL H.S., senior Brown was a key part of Minnesota Valley Lutheran/New Ulm Cathedral’s win at New Ulm High School on Tuesday, winning the 300-meter hurdles, placing second in the 100-meter dash, and being part of the top-placing 4x100 relay ...

April 30, 2026